About Nanopore Microneedling
The Nanopore Micro-needling device is the next generation of Dermaroller and Dermapen. Developed by dermatological and pharmaceutical specialist Dr Serrano, the revolutionary nano-technology uses ‘encapsulated’ active ingredients, such as Retinol, to penetrate deeper into the skin.
Because of the nano effect, this is the equivalent of using ten times the strength of the active ingredient working where it is most needed beneath the skin, yet without the aggressive side effects on the skin surface.
The Problem
Pore size increases as we age and is of concern to many people, especially when increased sebum production leads to blackheads. Also, as we age, we reduce the amount of collagen that we produce and the skin becomes saggy. This starts from our early 30s and, for women, becomes considerably worse after the menopause. Added to this, sun exposure, stress, smoking, alcohol and processed foods all increase the breakdown of collagen in the skin.
The melanocytes, the pigment-producing cells in the skin, also get damaged over the years, especially by sun exposure and pigment spots appear on the skin. This loss of uniformity of the skin adds to the aged appearance.
As we get older it is also harder to stimulate the skin to produce collagen. It’s important to have effective treatments that not only stimulate collagen production, but deliver the ‘building blocks’ and other stimulatory products to the level in the skin where they are most needed.
How It Works
The Nanopore Micro-needling device uses rapid micro-punctures that do not vibrate, meaning that no anaesthetic cream is required and the number of pulses per second is increased to 150. This means that we get 900 micro-punctures per seconds, making the treatment very quick. A facial treatment only takes approximately 8 minutes.
The recovery after a treatment is minimal. The device is used to push the active ingredients into the skin to give fast, visible results. A chemical peel that compliments the treatment can also be used. A course of 3, one month apart is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I suitable for Nanopore?
Possible side effects of Nanopore?
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Preparing for your Treatment
Post Treatment Care
A consultation is required for this treatment. You’ll need to fill out a medical form to rule out any conditions that might contraindicate a treatment. The vast majority of healthy people, who are not pregnant or breastfeeding are suitable.
Redness that usually only lasts a few hours and if certain products are used afterwards there may be some peeling.
You can start to see results from 2 weeks but it may take up to 3 months as the treatment is stimulating your body to stimulate collagen production.
Avoid retinol and tretinoin products for 5 days before your treatment. We would recommend that you avoid drinking alcohol or taking ibuprofen for 24 hours before your appointment. Please let us know if you are on aspirin as this may cause bruising so please factor this in when deciding to have the treatment. Using the ZO Skincare products will also help to get your skin as ‘fit’ as possible and optimise your results.
There is little to no downtime following the treatment but there will be a little redness and some pinprick bruising. Do not apply make up in the area for 24 hours, avoid using hot tubs and hot baths for 48 hours post treatment.
A consultation is required for this treatment. You’ll need to fill out a medical form to rule out any conditions that might contraindicate a treatment. The vast majority of healthy people, who are not pregnant or breastfeeding are suitable.
Redness that usually only lasts a few hours and if certain products are used afterwards there may be some peeling.
You can start to see results from 2 weeks but it may take up to 3 months as the treatment is stimulating your body to stimulate collagen production.
Avoid retinol and tretinoin products for 5 days before your treatment. We would recommend that you avoid drinking alcohol or taking ibuprofen for 24 hours before your appointment. Please let us know if you are on aspirin as this may cause bruising so please factor this in when deciding to have the treatment. Using the ZO Skincare products will also help to get your skin as ‘fit’ as possible and optimise your results.
There is little to no downtime following the treatment but there will be a little redness and some pinprick bruising. Do not apply make up in the area for 24 hours, avoid using hot tubs and hot baths for 48 hours post treatment.
Our Experts
Harriet
Qualified Aesthetic Practitioner
Harriet has been operating as a qualified therapist for over 15 years and has worked as an Aesthetic Therapist at Radiance for the last 5 years. She is dedicated to making her clients feel and look fabulous. Harriet specialises in the VISIA skin scanner and uses this to help tailor personalised skin programmes for clients. Harriet uses Hydrafacial, INDIBA, Dermalux, Thermage FLX and all the lasers to make changes to her clients skin, giving them the complexion they have always dreamed of.
Katie Debenham CIBTAC CIDESCO
CoolSculpting & Body Contouring Specialist
After qualifying at Champneys, Hertfordshire, Katie envisioned herself running her own business using the latest medical-based beauty treatments. Opening Radiance Aesthetic Clinic in 2013 with her mum, Dr Ros, Katie moved forward from her day-to-day beauty treatments and qualified as a Cosmeceuticals, skin, body contouring, laser and CoolSculpting therapist. Katie places huge value on getting her clients great results and revolutionising beauty through the latest innovations in skin care.
Charlotte
CoolSculpting & Body Contouring Specialist
Charlotte joined Radiance in 2014 and brings a wealth of knowledge from working in the beauty industry for 15 years. She has worked in Australia, travelled the world and worked as a therapist which led to her passion for aesthetic treatments. Charlotte came back to the UK to start a career as an Aesthetic Therapist. Charlotte is fully trained in laser, CoolSculpting, body contouring and all things skin related. With hundreds of loyal clients, Charlotte is a skin expert and is passionate about getting you the results you deserve.
Jade T
Qualified Aesthetic Practitioner
Jade has worked in the beauty industry for over 10 years and is trained in most aesthetic and laser treatments including Hydrafacial, INDIBA, Chemical peels and much more. She is passionate about ZO skincare and skin health and helps clients with any skin concerns to help boost their confidence. Jade is also trained in semi-permanent makeup, also known as micro-pigmentation or cosmetic tattooing. Jade is the lead aesthetician in miraDry, the permanent sweat reduction treatment.